Omer Adam Alters Controversial Lyrics in New Version of Hit Song Bachurim Tovim
Singer Omer Adam has officially altered a controversial line in his 2018 hit song "Bachurim Tovim" for a new version with Idan Amedi, phasing out lyrics that previously drew criticism.
Did Omer Adam decide to change one of the most recognizable lines in his hit song "Bachurim Tovim"? Written by Elia Rosilio and Stav Beger, the 2018 track became one of the singer's signature anthems and has recently received a fresh version alongside Idan Amedi ahead of their NEXT performances. However, sharp-eared listeners quickly noticed a subtle tweak to a line that previously sparked considerable public criticism.
According to "Erev Tov", the newly recorded version replaces the controversial line "We discovered in Thailand that the girls aren't exactly girls"—a lyric that drew heavy backlash from the LGBTQ+ and transgender communities upon its original release. Critics at the time argued that the phrasing portrayed transgender women in an offensive and dismissive manner.
Yet this modification is not confined to the new studio recording alone. Over the years, responding to ongoing public sensitivity, Omer Adam has gradually altered his live performance style. Recently, he has made a habit of lowering his microphone when reaching that specific line, letting the crowd fill it in, or simply skipping it entirely.
Now, with the release of the updated collaboration alongside Idan Amedi, the contentious lyric has officially disappeared from the recorded track. Combined with his shifting stage habits, this evolution suggests a deliberate, progressive departure from the original wording rather than an isolated incident.
